Step 3 - The Plan

You will need a plan. Actually you will need lots of plans. Flowcharts of the steps you need to take to get the job done are a good idea. That way you can see exactly where you went wrong.http://www.flickr.com/photos/rpinal/3129305814/

In what sequence do you pack up the library? This needs a plan of epic proportions.
Where are you storing all those books, dvds, pcs etc...?
What happens to your exchanges?
What happens to all the books on loan that will need to be returned?
How will you supply reserved items?
Where are the staff going to work?
Where do we put the shelves, books, dvds, chairs, fridge etc when it all comes back from storage?
What sort of "look" is the library having when everything moves back in?
Who is moving everything back in?

Whilst taking a break from all the planning, RSS Feeds are a good way to fill what little down time you have. Have a look a the BBC feed on the right for some up to date information on what's going on in the world. Life goes on outside your little renovation box you know. You might also need some inspiration. Try the Designing Libraries feed on the right for lots of great pics of what you would like your library to look like - if only you had the money.


Renovator signing off!